Music Instructor

Hillsborough Community College

4d•$49,516 - $57,255

About The Position

Hillsborough College (HC) seeks a full-time, tenure-track Music faculty member to direct the HC Jazz Band, teach Music Appreciation, Music Theory, and Sight Singing & Ear Training and provide applied lessons in their primary performance area. The ideal candidate will support the growth of the Music Program through high-quality instruction, creative leadership, community engagement, and active participation in recruitment and outreach. THIS POSITION WILL START IN THE FALL SEMESTER OF 2026

Requirements

Master’s degree in music (doctorate preferred).
Strong performance background in an instrumental area, with the ability to provide applied lessons.
Candidates whose primary specialization is voice will not be considered for this position.
Demonstrated experience directing jazz ensembles.
Ability to teach Music Theory, Sight Singing/Ear Training, and Music Appreciation.
Commitment to serving diverse learners consistent with HC’s student-centered mission.

Responsibilities

Direct the Hillsborough College Jazz Band, including ensemble management, music selection, performance planning, and community outreach.
Teach Music Appreciation, all levels of Music Theory, and Sight Singing & Ear Training.
Provide applied lessons in the candidate’s primary instrument.
Serve as a public-facing ambassador for Hillsborough College’s Music Program,developing strong relationships with area high schools, arts organizations, performing groups, and industry partners.
Actively participate in the regional music scene through performances, clinics, festivals, workshops, and recruitment events.
Collaborate with HC’s Enrollment and Outreach teams to help attract and retainmusic students.
Support the organizational and administrative needs of the HC Music Department, helping keep curriculum, programs, and departmental processes aligned with the evolving music industry.
Assist with scheduling, program coordination, performances, juries, auditions, and other department events.
Participate in HC-wide initiatives, college service, committee work, and accreditation/assessment processes.
Contribute to HC’s National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) accreditation efforts, including preparation of documentation, data collection, curriculum review, and participation in accreditation-related meetings and evaluations.